Clarke Beard
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Clarke Briar Beard was an American
athlete who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics
in London
.
In the 800 metres
, Beard won a close race in the first round. His time was 1:59.2. In the final, Beard was disqualified.
United States
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athlete who competed in the 1908 Summer Olympics
1908 Summer Olympics
The 1908 Summer Olympics, officially the Games of the IV Olympiad, were an international multi-sport event which was held in 1908 in London, England, United Kingdom. These games were originally scheduled to be held in Rome. At the time they were the fifth modern Olympic games...
in London
London
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In the 800 metres
Athletics at the 1908 Summer Olympics - Men's 800 metres
The men's 800 metres made its fourth Olympic appearance at the 1908 Summer Olympics. The competition was held on July 20, 1908 and on July 21, 1908. The races were held on a track of 536.45 metres= mile in circumference...
, Beard won a close race in the first round. His time was 1:59.2. In the final, Beard was disqualified.